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• Dr. Alicia Williams, PhD, LMFT, CST

  Comprehensive sex education shouldn't end after high school. Adults need ongoing, accurate information about their sexual health in a shame-free environment.

• Dr. Jennifer Martinez, MD, FACOG

  Every fertility journey is unique. I work with each patient to develop a treatment plan that aligns with their goals, values, and life circumstances.

• Dr. Maya Patel, MD, MPH

  I see patients every day who've been told their symptoms are 'just normal period stuff' when they're actually signs of treatable conditions.

• Dr Nadia Chen, MSN, FNP-C, WHNP-BC

  There's no one-size-fits-all method, and what works at one point in life might not work at another

• Dr. Sofia Reyes, MD, FACOG

  I had women who'd been menstruating for 20 years but had never learned what the follicular phase was or why ovulation matters. This inspired me to focus on comprehensive cycle education.

• EMMA HART, Master of Science in Science Writing

  Emma Hart is a freelance health and science writer with 11 years of experience making complex medical topics understandable and engaging. She holds a BA in English and Biology from Swarthmore College and an MS in Science Writing from MIT. Before becoming a full-time writer, Emma worked as a research assistant in reproductive endocrinology at Yale School of Medicine. Emma specializes in long-form features about women's health, reproductive rights, and the science of the menstrual cycle. Her work has appeared in The Atlantic, Scientific American, Vox, and The New York Times' Well section. Her 2022 investigative piece on period tracking apps and data privacy was cited by Congress during tech regulation hearings. "I became a health writer because I was tired of seeing women's health issues dismissed or oversimplified," Emma explains. "Women deserve the same rigorous, nuanced health journalism that's been given to other medical topics for decades." Emma is known for her thorough research approach—she interviews multiple experts for each piece, reviews primary research, and always includes diverse voices and experiences. She's particularly interested in health equity, the politics of reproductive healthcare, and how technology is changing menstrual health tracking. She serves on the board of directors for the Association of Health Care Journalists and mentors early-career science writers through the National Association of Science Writers. Emma regularly speaks at journalism conferences about best practices for covering reproductive health. A sexual assault survivor herself, Emma is passionate about trauma-informed health writing and ensuring her work creates space for readers with diverse health experiences. She donates a portion of her freelance income to organizations providing reproductive healthcare access. Emma lives in Portland, Oregon with her wife and their two rescue cats. When not writing, she rock climbs, volunteers as a birth doula, and maintains an elaborate sourdough starter named "Dough-reen."

• Flow & Glow Editorial

  The Flow & Glow Editorial Team is a collaborative group of women's health writers, editors, and medical fact-checkers dedicated to creating accurate, accessible content about menstrual health, fertility, and reproductive wellness.Who We Are:Our editorial team consists of experienced health journalists, certified health educators, and content specialists who work together to research, write, and review educational content for Flow & Glow. Each piece credited to the Editorial Team undergoes a rigorous collaborative process involving multiple writers and editors, ensuring comprehensive coverage and accuracy.The team is led by Managing Editor Sarah Lindstrom, who has 12 years of experience in women's health publishing and previously served as senior editor at health lifestyle publications. Sarah oversees all editorial processes, manages our fact-checking protocols, and ensures every piece meets Flow & Glow's standards for scientific accuracy and accessibility.Our Process:Content bylined to "Flow & Glow Editorial Team" typically includes: Extensively researched guides covering multiple subtopics Product roundups and recommendations reviewed by multiple team members Regularly updated evergreen content incorporating new research Collaborative pieces synthesizing insights from multiple experts Listicles and how-to guides developed through team brainstorming Every piece goes through our rigorous editorial process: Research: Writers review current medical literature and interview experts Drafting: Content is developed following our editorial guidelines Medical Review: All health claims are verified by our medical review board Fact-Checking: A separate team member verifies every statistic and citation Editorial Review: Senior editors review for clarity, accuracy, and brand voice Final Approval: Medical reviewers sign off before publication Our Commitment:The Flow & Glow Editorial Team is committed to: Evidence-based information backed by peer-reviewed research Inclusive language that respects diverse experiences Regular content updates as new research emerges Transparent sourcing with linked citations Collaboration with medical experts for accuracy We believe women deserve clear, accurate, shame-free information about their bodies. Every piece we publish is designed to educate, empower, and provide actionable insights you can trust.Editorial Standards: All medical claims reviewed by board-certified physicians Primary sources cited whenever possible Content updated quarterly based on new research Diverse perspectives included in research and interviews Plain language explanations of complex medical topics

• JESSICA MORRISON, Master of Science in Health Communication

  Jessica Morrison is a women's health journalist and certified health education specialist with 8 years of experience translating complex medical research into accessible, empowering content for women. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from UCLA and a Master's in Health Communication from Boston University.After working as a research coordinator at UCLA's Center for Women's Health, Jessica transitioned to health journalism to bridge the gap between scientific research and the information women actually need. She became frustrated watching patients struggle to find trustworthy, evidence-based information about their bodies outside clinical settings.Jessica specializes in reproductive health, hormonal wellness, and the intersection of nutrition and women's health. She's written for publications including Women's Health, Health.com, Healthline, and Well+Good. Her 2023 feature on the gender data gap in menstrual health research was nominated for a National Magazine Award.As a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), Jessica undergoes continuing education to stay current on women's health research. She's particularly passionate about making fertility and menstrual health information accessible to young women before they face health challenges."I spent my twenties thinking period pain was just something to endure," Jessica shares. "When I finally learned about endometriosis at 28, I was angry that no one had given me this information earlier. That's why I write—to give women the knowledge they need to advocate for themselves."Jessica is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists and regularly attends medical conferences to stay current on reproductive health research. She fact-checks all content with medical professionals and includes diverse perspectives in her reporting.Based in Brooklyn, Jessica starts every day with matcha, a long walk through Prospect Park, and reviewing the latest studies on PubMed. She's currently working on a book about the gender gap in medical research (coming 2026).